Christianity versus religion

“According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust” (2 Peter 1:3-4).

God has positioned you for victories. However, in order to live the transcendent and glory-life He has called you to and positioned you for, your outlook on life must be from the perspective of His Word. You must live in the light of His Word and cease to observe situations like an ordinary man.

God has already done all that’s necessary for you to experience victories here in the earth. But sadly, many Christians still make the mistake of waiting for Him to do something about their situation. Some even say they’re waiting for Him to take them to the Promised Land – that good and prosperous place, flowing with milk and honey. What such folks haven’t realized is that in the mind of God they’re already in the Promised Land! They got there the moment they were born again. In other words, they are already positioned in the best place they could ever be, having already come on to Mount Zion (Hebrews 12:22). They’ve been positioned in the place of victories.

Observe again these inspiring words from our opening scripture: According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue. This is not a promise, but a statement of fact; a present-hour reality. You received the life and nature of God the moment you were born again and immediately, you were positioned for the glorious life of victory. Everything you require to live that victorious life to the full has already been granted you.

So when God looks at you He doesn’t see a weakling who’s struggling to make it through life. Rather, He sees one who is more than a conqueror; who’s been endued with the dynamic ability to effect changes in the circumstances of life. Sickness, poverty, defeat and failure are unnatural to the child of God. Ordinary men may be susceptible to all these influences, but you have been positioned for the glory-life; a life of victory through the Word.

Finally, when you get up everyday, thank the Lord for positioning you for this life of victories, and also for granting you everything you require to excel and live victoriously in the earth to the glory of His Name. As you live according to the revelation of His Word today, you’re lifted above this world and the decadence therein, into the realm of glory and victory that He planned for you from the foundation of the world. This is how to consistently experience the victories of Christ in your life. Glory to God!

 (Thought for the day obtained from Yookos and picture taken by Luke Akal)

oh what He's done for me, I am gonna tell everyone of what He has done for me.

oh the Lord has been so good. Actually dear blog, I do not like using such expressions. I prefer saying: the Lord IS good.

It has been an amazing couple of weeks. I know I have been quiet for  a while,in fact my last entry was on the night of my birthday. I wish I had put down more on that night but the excitement and the festivities of the day had worn me out and I resolved to rest instead. It was a beautiful time. I am so grateful.

What have I been up to?
Where to even begin ...

Well as you know the weekend of my birthday was actually the beginning of the varsity vacation. I spent the winter break in Cape Town doing a month long course in Company Law (actually the results just came out yesterday, and they were so distinct).  I love the winter here, my philosophy is simply: be as close to the London weather as possible.The wind, the rain and the dark clouds turn me into a "toasted coconut marshmallow" anytime. Cape Town definetely gets the tick. Perhaps it's the romance associated with the weather *smiles*, or the idea (fed to us by American movies) of cuddling up to a blanket on the couch with a cup of hot chocolate ( or rooibos in my case). Whatever the motivation, cuddle I did. I would say I spent most of my break watching series and movies. Ofcourse I was able to fit in some study time as well as that awesome road trip with Lukey. Good times I tell you!

Looking back on the break that has now gone by so fast I can easily say: I had a great time. I have some great lessons in-scripted somewhere on my mind. Important of which is the lesson of respecting time. Time is indeed a commodity, the time we have to spend with  people should be spent in love because we may not get the opportunity again.The bible speaks of "...redeeming the time..."  (Ephesians 5:16). Using time effectively is so vital particularly in these last days, people need to hear about these good news of what Jesus has done. These good news have to be taken to the ends of the earth.

Despite having enjoyed spending time watching series and movies, these thoughts about using time effectively began to help me reconsider how I use mine time, and the things I choose to invest it in. I began to reflect on the form of information I expose myself to (and its source), and how it affects me. During mid-week service Pastor made a profound statement, she said: "the only adjustment we need to make for success is to change the source of our information" . We spend our life time feeding on information.

With this knowledge in mind I was inspired to do an 8-week course with my church known as Foundation School , which seeks to teach the foundational truths on the New Life we received when we were born again. This has been my 3rd week in the programme and I can say just reading through the manual and making use of the prescribed material has been so life changing. I would equate it to being catapulted to another level in the spirit realm, making strides in the spiritual realm.

I have learnt so much about what I have received from the God through Christ. Jesus didnt just die! He was raised from the dead. And I have a new life in Him, I was not reformed. I am a new man, I have anew life. The old man (me) died with Christ and I was raised to a new life. I am alive to God! Hallelujah!

Oh what he has done for me ...  I am gonna tell everyone of what He has  done for me.